Meditation Minute

My Dearest Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

“For as Jonah became a sign to the men of Nineveh, so will the Son of man be to this generation.” In today’s Gospel reading (Luke 11:29-32), the Jews are demanding a sign from Jesus. Jesus responds, “This generation is an evil generation; it seeks a sign, but no sign shall be given to it except the sign of Jonah.” So what was the sign of Jonah? Jonah was a profit who lead the Ninevites to do penance for their sins. His actions and preaching were seen as a sign that he was sent by God. The Ninevites were in trouble because of the sinful ways, but because of their repentant ways, God was merciful to them. This was the same message that Jesus brought to the Jews and is still true today. Jesus came to free us from the slavery of sins and to free us from the burdens of evil. His divine mercy was poured out for us for our own salvation. We are called to examine our conscience and to seek out mercy for those sins which darken our soul. We are called to actively seek forgiveness for our sins. God has mercy to us no matter what sin we commit. This generation is an evil generation; it should seek the sign, that Jonah brought to the Nievites.

A Simple Prayer Lord God, help me to recognize my sinful ways. Help me to free myself from the bonds of Satan It is through your mercy and goodness that I am set free.

Yours in Christ Michael Marcon